June CBA/Tar River Basin Chapter Issue 5
MEETINGS held 1st & 3rd Wednesdays
Social Meetings will be held @ different locations each month.
June 4th Social will be @ Mayflower Restaurant
Wilson
** Meal @ 7:00 Reservation: Burke
** Meeting @ 7:30
** Feel free to bring a guest
June 18th Fat Boys, Stantonsburg @ 7:30pm
** Light Meal provided @ 7:00
DON'T FORGET The CBA Gun Raffle/Poker Run on Saturday May 31st. Poker Run - Frozen T-Shirt Contest - Band "Steel Standing" - Food - People's Choice Motorcycle Contest
We Need Everyone's Support - Bring Your Friends And Enjoy A Good Time
ABATE CORNER: (from NCRIDER.com)
States with out mandatory helmet laws get the bulk of the tourism dollars from motorcyclists. All of the four major rallies (Sturgis, Laconia, Bike Week & Biketoberfest) are held in free states. North Carolina's pro-choice sister state South Carolina is the host to Myrtle Beach Bike Week which attracts 400,000 riders. NOTHING in North Carolina comes anywhere close to any of these rallies. It has been reported by Myrtle Beach authorities that each rider spends approx. $1500.00 during Bike Week. At 400,000 riders that's $600M infused into South Carolina's economy for Myrtle Beach Bike Week. By allowing adult riders the right to decide, NC could host a large motorcycle rally and reap the financial benefits considering the budget crisis that North Carolina currently faces this should seem attractive to everyone in NC.
Health Tip:. Reduce Stress
Easier said than done, stress busters come in many forms. Some techniques recommended by experts are to think positive thoughts. Spend 30 minutes a day doing something you like. (i.e., soak in a hot tub; visit a friend; play with your dog; listen to soothing music; watch a funny movie. Get a massage,a facial or a haircut. Meditate. Count to ten before losing your temper or getting aggravated. Avoid difficult people when possible. Thought for the day: When seeing red, think pink clouds...then float on them.
COMING EVENTS
: Contact Jesse or Bob for more info
"Plan ahead so you can ride with us" We have a GREAT time.
Cut off for the Mountain trip is June 4th. Please contact Linda, Sue or Debbie if you are interested.
June 7th Raleigh Chapter will host the Poker Run at the Angier Bikefest.
June 28th There will be a cook-out hosted by Charlie Boone at
Lake Gaston. Everyone is welcome to go.
Sept 13th Debbie Gutherie of 4th St Bar & Grill is hosting the 2nd Annual Chili Cook off. All proceeds to go to St Judes. For more info contact Debbie or Ray
WINNERS AND LOSERS:
FINALLY A WINNER!!!!!!!!
Jesse Watson of Pikeville was present at the meeting and won the attendance prize of $126.00. Jesse donated $60.00 back to the Down Rider Fund. The July 16th meeting will start a new drawing.
Winner of the Down Rider Fund Raffle was Ed Costello of Wilson.
Ed donated his winnings back to the fund.
BIRTHDAY/ANNIVERSARY REGONITIONS
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June 4th Peanut Evans
MOTORCYCLE SAFETY TIP: LANE USE
Motorcycles are entitled to the same full lane as other vehicles. While it is legal for motorcycles to ride side by side, it is illegal for any other vehicle to share a lane with a motorcycle. Be aware that riders will change position within their lane to see and be seen, avoid surface hazards and to prepare for a turn. Car drivers must never move into the same lane alongside a motorcycle.
While it is legal for motorcyclists to ride side by side, it is not advisable. Not only does it reduce your space cushion and limit your escape routes, it may suggest to other motorists that it is legal for them to share a lane with a motorcycle. When traveling with other motorcyclists, it is best to ride in a staggered formation, using both sides of the lane. When riding in a large group, leave gaps in the formation to allow other vehicles to pass or exit the freeway.
THINGS TO PONDER:
If love is blind, why is lingerie so popular?
When someone asks you," A penny for your thoughts," and you put your two cents in, what happens to the other penny?
Why is the man who invests all your money called a Broker?
Why do croutons come in airtight packages? It's just stale bread to begin with.
Why is a person who plays the piano called a pianist, but a person who drives a race car is not called a racist?
Why are wise man and a wise guy opposites?
MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS:
Memberships who lapse over into the month past renewal month will have to re-join at a new member (single or couple) rate as well as lose their continuous membership status. Lapses in membership can affect your eligibility to serve as local and state officers as well as eligibility to become a lifetime member.
Please contact Sue at 236-1157 or Linda at 919-778-0049 to renew. If you know these members please remind them of their dues.
June Renewals:
Stevie Bridgers 6-8-08
Chris & Tammy Ellis 6-8-08
May Renewals:
Mossette Bass 5-26
C Justin Berg 5-05
Vinney Byrne 5-27
John & Terry Capps 5-22
Jimmy & Leann Casey 5-26
James Cifers 5-26
Diane Jantzen 5-04
Johnnie King 5-27
Penny Lassiter 5-27
Bennie Lucas 5-26
Derek Lucas 5-26
Cathy Ray 5-22
Mack Robbins 5-22
Scott Sykes 5-26
April Renewals:
Bryan & Rebecca Gardner 4-14-08
March Renewals:
Margaret Summerlin 3-03-08
Sandra Lamm Hogue 3-16-08
Thomas Hogue 3-16-08
Don and Laura Scurry 3-16-08
February Renewals:
Lee Craft 2-17-08
Neil Wilson 2-17-08
Dennis Thorne 2-17-08
Pierre Samson 2-17-08
James Gates 2-17-08
Gary and Selina Rubbert 2-28-08
Dwight Cooper 2-28-08
